By Tara Mitchell
After serving on the LPS School Committee for the past six years, I have made the decision not seek a third term. It has been an honor to serve and I am grateful for all I have learned about public school administration and the needs of students and teachers, and I continue to be impressed with the dedication of the school’s faculty, staff, and administration. During my tenure on the School Committee, we have set aspirational strategic goals, funded professional development to work towards more collaborative teaching practices, deeper learning, and AIDE [access, inclusion, diversity, and equity], constructed new learning spaces at Hanscom and Lincoln, updated policies, and navigated a global pandemic.
I believe the district has laid a strong foundation for future success and it is ready to start the next chapter. Newly elected committee members will have the opportunity to welcome a new superintendent, determine the next steps in becoming an antiracist district, and work to ensure the vision for our state-of-the-art schools comes to fruition as faculty strive to provide engaging learning experiences for all.
As with all town boards, each person contributes so much of themselves and their expertise and it is the variety of perspectives that brings a balance to the committee and fosters healthy growth and decision making. I encourage those interested in the future of our schools to get involved in some way. We have an amazing town and a strong school system, and it is up to us to keep it thriving. While it can be a lot of work, you will learn so much about our schools, grow relationships with dedicated people, and have an opportunity to shape the future of education in our town. I am proud of the work that has been done and am excited for what is to come.
Tara Mitchell
67 Sandy Pond Rd.
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Tara – apologies for the late response – but THANK YOU! Thank you for so many years of hard work, insight and dedication – we are all the better for it and will enjoy the benefits of your input for many, many years! – LC